The Stafford London

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a staircase, and buildings with balconies.
A tunnel with ornate metal railings and a concrete floor.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Cocktail bar, al fresco dining, open daily

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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16-18 St James's Place, London, England, SW1A 1NJ
  • Place, Spencer House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. James Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (Carriage House)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Main House)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Carriage House)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Mews)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Master Main House)

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Penthouse

  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Stafford Park)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Gatehouse)

  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Mews Master)

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite Main House

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Stafford London

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, coffee/tea in a common area and 24-hour room service. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Stafford London offers 105 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Stafford London. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Buckingham Palace. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Steps from Green Park and Piccadilly
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Stafford London. Parking is available for a fee.

This Edwardian London hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a English breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Michael Caines – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The American Bar – This cocktail bar specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The Stafford London is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (GBP 65 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 39.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Michael Caines
  • The American Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 75 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 39.50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 65 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 75 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Kempinski London
Kempinski Stafford
London Kempinski
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Stafford Kempinski Hotel
Stafford Kempinski Hotel London
Stafford Kempinski London
Stafford London
Stafford London Kempinski
Stafford London Hotel
Stafford Hotel
The Stafford London England
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The Stafford London London
The Stafford London Hotel London

The Stafford London Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 719 out of 930 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 930 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 930 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 930 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 930 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Beautiful rooms. Attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Exception bar with a great cocktail list. Perfect location for central London shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were great Room was clean and hotel had a wonderful atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities. Meal service was slower than anticipated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was wpnderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, location and great service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suan Seh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel at an unbeatable locality
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, beautiful building and the room was wonderful. All decorated for Christmas made it magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was spotless and in perfect order. The staff nearly fall over each other trying to make our stay as pleasant as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Humphry Davy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and professional staff. Small but very comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and and location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Stafford is a small high end hotel with great service and a great location in St James.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and stands was outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding 5 star property in a great location near Buckingham Palace. Staff was helpful & kind. Never felt crowded & the hotel was very clean & decorated with beautiful sunflowers. Memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

alice

Liked: Amenities
Clean and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Very comfortable and luxurious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Stafford is a marvelous hotel -- you feel as though you are in fine home that just happens to be set up for lots of company. The staff are marvelous -- first, highly competent, which is crucial, but on top of that genuinely welcoming and courteous without overdoing it. The American Bar was a real treat especially late-night after theater -- try the Amphora Negroni: a unique treatment of a classic.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property, and incredible staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of London’s great hotels with a gem of a bar in the American Bar. Superb service from a brilliant staff: phenomenal service ethic. A total pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - staff was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff. Top shelf.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

The hotel is in the perfect location and made for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023